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SUMMARY:Delegation: An Essential Skill for Enhancing Leadership and Teams
DESCRIPTION:Delegation is a critical leadership skill that empowers teams\, builds capacity\, and allows leaders to focus on what matters most. This practical workshop explores how to delegate effectively by matching tasks to team strengths\, avoiding common pitfalls\, and ensuring accountability. Participants will gain tools to delegate with clarity and confidence—unlocking greater productivity\, engagement\, and leadership growth. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand the role of delegation in leadership development\nIdentify what and when to delegate\nMatch tasks to team member strengths\nAvoid common delegation pitfalls\nEnsure accountability and follow-through\n\nDr. Timothy A. (Tad) Dickel serves as the Executive in Residence in Leadership and the Faculty Director of the Master of Science in Leadership program at the University of Evansville. In addition\, he is the President of T.A. Dickel Group\, LLC and serves as a leadership and strategy consultant for businesses\, universities\, and nonprofits.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/delegation-an-essential-skill-for-enhancing-leadership-and-teams/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Excel Advanced Workshop: Unlock the Full Potential
DESCRIPTION:Transform Excel into a powerful data analysis tool. This advanced workshop is designed for professionals who already work comfortably in Excel and want to master its most powerful features. You’ll learn how to build PivotTables and PivotCharts\, create advanced formulas\, use data validation and scenario tools\, and leverage macros for automation. With these advanced techniques\, you’ll be able to analyze and present data in ways that drive smarter decisions. \nKey skills you’ll gain: \n\nCreating and customizing PivotTables and PivotCharts\nDesigning advanced formulas with nested functions\nUsing data analysis tools like What-If Analysis and Solver\nAutomating repetitive tasks with macros\nLeverage validation tools to control the data entered in your worksheet\, including the use of drop-down lists\nLearn how to protect and lock cell contents for safe and secure collaboration\n\nThis offering can be part of a 3 part series on Excel. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/excel-advanced-workshop/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Delegation: An Essential Skill for Enhancing Leadership and Teams
DESCRIPTION:Delegation is a critical leadership skill that empowers teams\, builds capacity\, and allows leaders to focus on what matters most. This practical workshop explores how to delegate effectively by matching tasks to team strengths\, avoiding common pitfalls\, and ensuring accountability. Participants will gain tools to delegate with clarity and confidence—unlocking greater productivity\, engagement\, and leadership growth. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand the role of delegation in leadership development\nIdentify what and when to delegate\nMatch tasks to team member strengths\nAvoid common delegation pitfalls\nEnsure accountability and follow-through\n\nDr. Timothy A. (Tad) Dickel serves as the Executive in Residence in Leadership and the Faculty Director of the Master of Science in Leadership program at the University of Evansville. In addition\, he is the President of T.A. Dickel Group\, LLC and serves as a leadership and strategy consultant for businesses\, universities\, and nonprofits.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/delegation/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Excel Intermediate Workshop: Work Smarter with Data
DESCRIPTION:Ready to level up? This workshop takes your Excel skills beyond the basics and focuses on tools that streamline your work and improve accuracy. You’ll learn how to manage larger data sets\, use conditional formatting\, work with multiple worksheets\, and apply functions like IF\, VLOOKUP\, and COUNTIF. By the end\, you’ll be able to make your spreadsheets more powerful and insightful\, saving time and reducing errors in your day-to-day tasks. \nKey skills you’ll gain:  \n\nWorking with formulas for more complex calculations\nLinking and managing data across multiple sheets via 3D references\, external references as well as using hyperlinks to link worksheets to other Microsoft office documents\nUsing logical and lookup functions to extract insights\nApplying conditional formatting for quick data analysis\nLearn how to Nest functions with rounding your solutions & and/or/if\nLearn how to utilize Excel Tables to expedite formatting and perform calculations\nLearn how to filter your data via multiple tools\n\nThis offering can be part of a 3 part series on Excel. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/excel-intermediate-workshop/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Excel Basics Workshop: Build a Strong Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Take the guesswork out of spreadsheets. This hands-on workshop introduces the essential tools and features of Microsoft Excel to help you become confident in organizing and analyzing data. You’ll learn how to navigate the interface\, format cells\, enter and manage data\, create simple formulas\, and design basic charts. Whether you’re brand new to Excel or looking to refresh your skills\, this session will equip you with the practical knowledge to use Excel more efficiently in your everyday work. \nKey skills you’ll gain: \n\nNavigating the Excel workspace with ease\nFormatting data for clarity and consistency\nUsing basic formulas and functions\nCreating simple tables and charts to visualize information\nCreate and modify illustrations\, logos\, shapes\nEnter and convert numerical and text data\, as well as perform calculations with dates and times\nArrange\, filter\, and sort lists of data by text\, color and custom criterions to keep data organized\n\nThis offering can be part of a 3 part series on Excel. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/excel-basics-workshop-build-a-strong-foundation/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Navigating Difficult Conversations for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Effective leaders are skilled at navigating tough conversations with confidence and clarity. Join Dr. Tad Dickel for an engaging workshop designed to equip leaders with the tools needed to handle difficult discussions in the workplace. This session\, “Navigating Difficult Conversations for Leaders\,” provides practical strategies and insights to help participants approach challenging conversations with poise and effectiveness. \nWorkshop Highlights: \n\nUnderstanding the Challenge – Discover why certain conversations are especially challenging and how to identify key factors that create obstacles.\nPreparation Techniques – Learn how to prepare effectively\, ensuring you enter conversations with confidence and a clear objective.\nSpeaking Persuasively – Gain insight into persuasive communication methods to help convey your message with impact.\nStaying Calm and Focused – Explore techniques to maintain composure and manage emotions\, even in high-stakes discussions.\n\nThis workshop is ideal for leaders looking to improve their communication skills and foster more constructive and productive workplace relationships. \nDr. Timothy A. (Tad) Dickel serves as the Executive in Residence in Leadership and the Faculty Director of the Master of Science in Leadership program at the University of Evansville. In addition\, he is the President of T.A. Dickel Group\, LLC and serves as a leadership and strategy consultant for businesses\, universities\, and nonprofits.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/navigating-difficult-conversations-for-leaders/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholders,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Employee Retention Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Price: $65Date: October 24\, 2024Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Location: Eykamp Hall\, Room 252\, Ridgway University CenterInstructor(s): Timothy A. Dickel\, PhD \nTalent retention is a key challenge for organizations. This workshop will include strategies for leaders to understand common reasons why employees leave a company and strategies for retaining talent. Lunch is provided. \nDr. Timothy A. (Tad) Dickel serves as the Executive in Residence in Leadership and the Faculty Director of the Master of Science in Leadership program at the University of Evansville. In addition\, he is the President of T.A. Dickel Group\, LLC and serves as a leadership and strategy consultant for businesses\, universities\, and nonprofits. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/employee-retention-strategies/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching Bootcamp (non-degree seeking): Four-Session Series
DESCRIPTION:Price: $395\nDates: September 10\, September 24\, October 8\, October 22\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: J. Henry Schroeder Boardroom\, Library Second FloorInstructor(s): Timothy A. Dickel\, PhD \nLeadership coaching is an effective approach to develop employees through customized development plans\, setting expectations\, providing regular feedback\, and having one on one conversations. The goal of this program is to apply a coaching approach to leadership that will build up the capacity of managers and supervisors to improve the performance of their direct reports. \nSESSION 1: \n\nIntroduction to leadership theory\nCharacteristics of effective leaders\nWhat is coaching? What is not coaching?\n\nSESSION 2: \n\nIntroduction to behavioral change\nHow leaders can help change behaviors\n\nSESSION 3: \n\nApplying effective leadership and behavioral change to coaching\nFramework for leadership coaching\n\nSESSION 4: \n\nApplication of leadership coaching\nProviding effective feedback\nTools for leadership coaching\n\nA 10% discount is available to organizations sending six or more participants. Call 812-488-1046 for more details. \nDr. Timothy A. (Tad) Dickel serves as the Executive in Residence in Leadership and is the interim faculty director of the Master of Science in Leadership program at the University of Evansville. In addition\, he is the President of T.A. Dickel Group\, LLC and serves as a leadership and strategy consultant for businesses\, universities\, and nonprofits. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/leadership-coaching-bootcamp-non-degree-seeking-four-session-series/
LOCATION:University of Evansville\, 1800 Lincoln Ave\, Evansville\, IN\, 47714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
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